GirlVentures Programs

GirlVentures Programs empowers girls to develop and express their inner strengths. The program explores identity, social justice, leadership, health, and the environment. Participants receive free, high-quality clothing, equipment, and food.

• Schedule: Mon 9am to 5pm, Tue 9am to 5pm, Wed 9am to 5pm, Thu 9am to 5pm, Fri 9am to 5pm
• Price: $5000/youth for a summer expedition
• Location: 119 Filbert Street, Oakland, CA 94607

The leadership team includes Keri Butkevich, MA, CFRE as Executive Director and Tryka Orbin as Program Director. Staff members are WFR certified professional youth workers and educators. GirlVentures practices radical inclusion and serves gender expansive youth. According to a testimonial from Sara, "GirlVentures is a community that teaches girls to be who they want to be, and to have the courage to do whatever they set their minds to do."

Last updated November 28, 2025.